George E. Harrington

George Edward Harrington of Duxbury, Massachusetts, died peacefully at his home in The Village at Duxbury on March 12. He was 83 years old. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, on January 23, 1943, he was the son of the late George and Florence (McNamara) Harrington. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Alesandra Harrington.

George graduated from La Salle Academy and earned a BA from Providence College, where he participated in the ROTC program. He went on to serve with distinction as a Captain in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He spent his professional career in logistics and finance. Deeply committed to his community, he volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Duxbury. He also held a lifelong passion for the sea and sailed the waters of New England for many years as a member of the Plymouth Yacht Club.

He is survived by his daughter, Susan M. Harrington of Plymouth, and his son, George E. Harrington, and his wife, Kerri A., of Fair Haven, New Jersey. He was the proud grandfather of John F., Quinn E., and Sophie B. Harrington.